The hype
Reviewers are obsessed with the design and elephant views but frustrated by the isolation and bugs.
Wild Cottages Elephant Sanctuary Resort
$180-600/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want a highly Instagrammable, nature-immersive stay where you can watch elephants from your private pool.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- Private pools in almost every room type
- Direct views of the elephant sanctuary from select villas
- Floating breakfasts and 'Wild Child' restaurant's aesthetic dining
Kurzfassung: A stunning visual concept that struggles with the reality of being a luxury hotel in the middle of a jungle construction zone.
Bewertet von @einavassor3584022: Staying here felt like disappearing into the jungle in the best way possible. The villa is massive, and I spent hours just lounging in that stone bathtub watching the leaves sway. If you want total privacy and luxury, this is the spot.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
The 'Elephant Sanctuary' view often consists of just two elephants in a small enclosure, which feels underwhelming to some.
- You prioritize aesthetics and photo ops over absolute silence
- You are comfortable with local wildlife (lizards, bugs) sharing your space
- You plan to rent a scooter or car to explore the island
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is thorough, but they fight a losing battle against nature (dust, leaves).
- Bathroom hygiene: Modern and clean, but open-air designs mean you might find ants or geckos near the sink.
- Maintenance: Generally good, though some wood elements show wear from the tropical humidity.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and high quality, replaced daily if requested.
- Odors & scents: Mostly fresh jungle air, occasionally interrupted by animal scents from the sanctuary.
Sleepability™
6MÄSSIG
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Neighboring villa construction (9am-5pm)
- Loud geckos inside and outside the room
- Thin glass/walls in some cottage types
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- Download the 'Grab' app for transport, as local taxis can be pricey from the hill.
- The hotel offers a 30% discount on some rates due to the construction noise—ask if it's applied.
- Breakfast is not always included; expect to pay ~500 THB/person if adding it later.
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Earplugs (essential for the geckos)
- Strong mosquito repellent (jungle setting = mosquitoes)
- Slip-on shoes (easy on/off for entering villas)
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- Pool Villa with Sea View (upper levels for better privacy)
- Elephant Sanctuary View Villa (if you specifically came for the animals)
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Superior Villa (closest to construction noise)
- Deluxe Villa (closest to construction noise)
- Lower-level rooms (more bugs, less view)
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I am booking this stay specifically for the quiet and the views. Please assign a unit as far as possible from the neighboring construction site, and preferably on an upper level to minimize insect activity.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Is the elephant sanctuary part of the hotel?
It is adjacent and partnered, but technically separate. You can view them from rooms, but interaction requires booking a feeding/experience.
Can I walk to Fisherman's Village?
No. It is 2.6km away down a steep, dangerous hill. You need a vehicle.
Is there a lot of construction noise?
Yes, currently affecting the Superior and Deluxe Villas from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Are the pools private?
Yes, most villas have private plunge pools, though privacy varies depending on the angle of the hill and neighbors.
Is it suitable for kids?
They have family cottages, but the steep terrain and open-water pools mean constant supervision is required.
Do they serve alcohol?
Yes, the Wild Child restaurant has a full bar and cocktail menu.
Insider-Tipps
- ✨
Request a 'floating breakfast' in advance for the signature photo op.
- ✨
The 'Elephant Sanctuary' view rooms can sometimes smell like... an elephant sanctuary. Sea view is safer for sensitive noses.
- ✨
Use the hotel's shuttle to get down the hill, but have a plan for getting back up late at night.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'gecko calling' inside your room can be as loud as a human shouting.
💡The walk to the reception from some villas is a steep cardio workout.
💡Room service prices are significantly higher than local street food prices.
💡The 'jungle' location means humidity stays trapped in the room if AC isn't blasting.
💡You might spot monkeys in the trees near the perimeter—keep food inside.
Lokaler Reiseführer
Karte
Sehen Sie, wo sich Wild Cottages Elephant Sanctuary Resort befindet und was in der Nähe ist.